Stay Cool and Eco-Friendly with Solar-Powered Air Conditioning

As the planet heats up and summers grow longer, staying comfortable indoors can feel like a losing battle. Whether you’re trying to concentrate on work or get a good night’s sleep, sweltering temperatures don’t make it easy.

Plenty of homeowners consider installing air conditioning — but concerns about soaring electricity bills and environmental impact often get in the way. Thankfully, there’s a solution that keeps you cool, keeps your conscience clear, and keeps your energy costs down: solar-powered air conditioning.

The Perfect Pair: Solar Energy + Air Conditioning

On a hot sunny day air conditioning units demand the most electricity — but that's also exactly when your solar panels are producing peak power. It’s a match made in heaven! By tapping into solar energy, you can run your air conditioning without worrying about rising energy costs or increasing your carbon footprint.

Bottom line: Stay cool while saving money and doing your bit for the planet.

Plan Your Solar PV System with Air Conditioning in Mind

If you’re considering solar, it’s worth planning with the future in mind. Designing your PV system to account for potential air conditioning use ensures you’ll have enough power to stay cool during those sweltering summer days—without depending on costly grid electricity. And keep in mind, you don’t have to cool the entire house; focusing on one or two frequently used rooms can make a big difference in comfort and efficiency.

Think Year-Round Comfort: Cooling and Heating in One

An air-to-air heat pump can deliver both cooling in summer and heating in winter, making it a perfect all-seasons solution. Ideal for smaller, open-plan homes, extensions, conservatories, or home offices, these units can help you ditch traditional central heating — especially if your home is already energy-efficient.

Plus, if your unit also provides heating, you could benefit from zero VAT on installation. Just note: air-to-air heat pumps don't heat water for showers or taps, so you'll need a separate system for that.

Expert Advice Makes All the Difference

Every home is different, and so are your cooling needs. That's why it’s worth speaking with a solar expert to make sure your system is tailored for maximum performance.

Think Bigger (and Smarter)

Solar panels are more affordable today than ever before. Even if you’re not planning to install air conditioning right away, it pays to future-proof your solar system now. Oversizing your system ensures you’ll have the capacity to add an AC unit later without needing major upgrades — saving you time, money, and hassle.

Don’t Forget the Battery!

Adding a battery storage system lets you save any excess solar energy you generate during the day. Then, when you need cooling power at night or during peak hours, you can draw from your own stored energy — not the expensive grid.

A well-planned solar and battery setup not only maximises your independence but also ensures a reliable, comfortable indoor climate, powered 100% by the sun.

What if you already have solar?

Perhaps consider adding more solar PV on a north facing roof.  Sounds crazy, but hear us out.  North facing solar PV generates well in the summer months, which is exactly when you might consider taking the edge of the heat in the home with some AC.

At Your Energy Your Way, we believe in cooling your home responsibly — that’s why we only install air conditioning systems alongside solar PV.

Ready to beat the heat the smart way? Get in touch today — and let’s create a solar-powered comfort plan tailored just for you!